Flood warnings remain in place as cold weather alert issued

Nearly 250 flood warnings remain in place as a yellow cold weather alert warning the elderly and vulnerable of sub-zero temperatures and ice is expected to last the rest of next week. As of 5am on Saturday, 244 flood warnings have been issued across England and Wales by the Environment Agency. The UK Health Security Agency’s warning will be in place until 12pm on 12 January, with forecasters warning of icy conditions as temperatures plunge below freezing. Watch more on Independent TV: Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Connect with The Independent: Check out our full video catalog: Videos, daily editorial and more: